Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 140,118 miles on the clock, averaging 8,280 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Polo issues include engine-specific faults and brake pad and disc wear:.
MOT & Mileage History for DG03 VBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,118 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,969 |
| Average per year | 8,280 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Polo models (2002–2009), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Engine-specific faults
Brake pad and disc wear:
Tyre wear and replacement:
Spark plug replacement:
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DG03 VBD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1198cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DG — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DG03 VBD
What car is DG03 VBD?
DG03 VBD is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DG03 VBD?
The last recorded mileage for DG03 VBD was 140,118 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DG03 VBD passed its MOT?
DG03 VBD has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 30 Apr 2020.
Is DG03 VBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DG03 VBD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DG03 VBD?
DG03 VBD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.